Posted By: Chattenoire
non-refundable vs refundable deposits - 09/20/13 08:47 PM
I would like to get a general consensus on what the glider community thinks is 'ethical' regarding non-refundable deposits.
I'm trying to decide if I should make my deposits refundable. Part of me feels that it should NOT be refundable because I'm holding that animal for a certain person who has promised to purchase it. What a waste of time, effort, and potential customers who would have already bought that glider, should this person change their mind. I really can't stand time-wasters.
On the other hand, is enforcing a non-refundable deposit forcing this person into purchasing an animal they no longer want or can take care of? Is this responsible of a breeder who is supposed to have the gliders well being in mind over money? Is it looked down upon in the community?
I'm trying to decide if I should make my deposits refundable. Part of me feels that it should NOT be refundable because I'm holding that animal for a certain person who has promised to purchase it. What a waste of time, effort, and potential customers who would have already bought that glider, should this person change their mind. I really can't stand time-wasters.
On the other hand, is enforcing a non-refundable deposit forcing this person into purchasing an animal they no longer want or can take care of? Is this responsible of a breeder who is supposed to have the gliders well being in mind over money? Is it looked down upon in the community?